Florence Apartments: One of Italy’s premier tourist destinations, Florence is the capital of Tuscany. If you're planning to explore Florence, the apartments for rent through www.selfcateringhols.com may be just what you're looking for. Our Florence apartments are conveniently located near all the city's main sights. All our Florence apartments are available for flexible, short-term rental.
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Founded by the Romans in the first century B.C., Florence began its rebirth after the decadence of the barbaric ages, in the Carolingian period, and reached its highest pinnacles of civilization between the 11th and 15th centuries. In the 15th century, it came under the rule of the Medici family, who later became the Grand Dukes of Tuscany. This was the period when the city was at the height of its glory in art, culture, politics and economic power. An apartment in Florence is ideal for those wanting to explore the historical sights or drink in the heady atmosphere.
Florence has been patronised by many famous artists, including Cimabue and Giotto, the fathers of Italian painting, Arnolfo and Andrea Pisano, reformists of architecture and sculpture; Brunelleschi, Donatello and Masaccio, founders of the Renaissance; Ghiberti and the Della Robbia; Filippo Lippi and l'Angelico; Botticelli and Paolo Uccello; and Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. Their works, along with those of many generations of artists up to the masters of the present century, are on display in the city's many museums and galleries.
The Chianti area, between Florence and Siena, is one of the most beautiful rural regions in Italy and a famous wine production area.
Florence itself straddles the banks of the Arno river.
This flat of 90 square metres, in a farm conversion just 10 km from Florence, has a double bedroom with queen size bed, a bedroom with two single beds, two bathrooms, an open kitchen and a sitting room with a sofa bed. This flat can accommodate 4-6 people. more info...
The small ancient village of Catignano, 4 km from Gambassi Terme, is the location of this characteristic medieval tower which has been completely restored and turned into a charming home.
The property is situated right at the end of the village and enjoys a panoramic position with open views across the beautiful tuscan countryside with olive-groves, vineyards and rolling hills. more info...
Apartment for 2-3 persons: (50 sqm) From the “cortile”a few steps to the entrance door : Kitchen/dining room with settee, television (only Italian), toaster and kettle provided. Spacious double bedroom with additional single sofabed. Shower room/wc. more info...
A wonderful flat located in the heart of Florence, just a few steps from the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio and the Dome. Newly restructured with all comforts. more info...
This flat of 90 square metres is just 10 km from Florence, has a double bedroom with queen size bed, a bedroom with two single beds, two bathrooms, an open kitchen with sitting room and two terraces. It is suitable for up to 4 people. more info...
The climate is temperate but rather variable, with breezy winters and hot summers. There are four distinct seasons in Florence with extremes of temperature in summer and winter and heavy rainfall in spring and autumn. Maximum summer temperatures can reach 36-37° C, occasionally the lower 40’s°C while in January and February temperatures can often drop below 0°C. In the winter you need therefore heavy coats and warm clothing. In spring and fall you must be equipped with a raincoat and umbrella.
Being on the main national railway lines, it is easily accessible from most important places both in Italy and abroad. Florence international airport is located 5 Km. from the city centre. The main motorway, A1, connects Florence with Bologna and Milan in the North and Rome and Naples in the South; the A11 joins it to Prato, Pistoia, Montecatini, Lucca, Pisa and all the resorts on the Tyrrhenian sea.
Take a guided tour, visit the monuments and museums, shop in the many markets or designer shops, pose in the smart coffee shops or sample the Florentine cuisine. Tuscan food is simple and abundant with local produce, mellow cheeses and grilled meats. Tuscans are known for their appreciation of beans as seen in the staple of the Tuscan table: white beans cooked with sage and olive oil. Plus this is the home of Chianti wine.
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